MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'dietitian'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:20:49 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4566355&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F03%2F09%2Fneed-a-nutritionist-see-a-registered-dietitian%2F Who hoo! It’s a blog carnival for registered dietitians, celebrating #RDday (for those twitter-ers). Be sure to check back at this post for links to other blogs by my RD colleagues participating. I can’t wait to get into my piece, but I just can’t help myself to use this opportunity to explain what and RD is and why we are essential to the health and wellness of the people and a healthy economy. What is an RD? When you’re sick and you need to see a doctor, your doctor has a credential – the “MD” – which stands for medical doctor. The nurse takes your weight and blood pressure – and that person has a credential too – the “RN” – which stands for registered nurse. Then there’s the RD – which stands for r... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4566355 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 14:24:11 +0100 4566355 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4122106&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F10%2F28%2Fthe-skinny-on-alcohol%2F If you’re trying maintain a healthy balance in your life, it may seem that every time out for drinks with your friends could be a calorie disaster! Sugar-laden mixes push most standard cocktails well over 300 calories. Did you know that an 8-ounce pina colada can pack in 640 calories? Thats 100 calories more than a Quarter Pounder with cheese! Meanwhile, 8 oz of a Long Island iced tea tips the scale at 780 calories. But you don’t have to become a recluse to avoid these sugar bombs. Follow these tips and you’ll be in tip-top shape. source Ask Yourself-do you really need that drink? Try to limit yourself to only a couple drinks per week. There is no nutritional benefit to liquor, so each gram of alcohol provides 7 ‘empty’ calories. Not only will the drink up yo... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4122106 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 11:14:24 +0100 4122106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4082347&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F10%2F19%2Fare-you-rd-to-chat%2F By Carlene Helble The ultimate Twitter chat is ready to launch this November and it’s something you won’t want to miss! Registered Dietitian Janet Helm (@JanetHelm on Twitter) created #RDChat to help dietitians, students, and others interested in nutrition and health connect on fresh, hot button topics. #RDChat will occur as a moderated conversation on Twitter the first Wednesday of the month from 8-9 pm ET in an hour long session. Things like headlines from newspapers, as well as new studies, and controversial topics will be covered with the help of special guests. New to Twitter chats? Janet provided these step by step instructions to get you ready to go!: The chat happens live on Twitter and you can jump in at any time during the hour.  Simply log on to your Twitter ac... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4082347 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:13:57 +0100 4082347 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3845303&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F08%2F09%2Fcheryl-forberg-discusses-the-biggest-loser-6-weeks-to-a-healthier-you%2F I had the great pleasure to sit down with superstar dietitian Cheryl Forberg, RD, who just so happens to be a professional chef and the nutrition expert behind the wildly successful weight loss on NBC’s The Biggest Loser! She talked with me about her latest book, The Biggest Loser: 6 Weeks to a Healthier You, which released yesterday. Plus, read on to see how you can win a copy for yourself! Rebecca: Cheryl, you’ve authored several wonderful books for Biggest Loser so far and I was personally a big fan of Biggest Loser Simple Swaps, what makes The Biggest Loser: 6 Weeks to a Healthier You different than other books? Cheryl: There are many books on the market catering to dieting and weight loss. One of the distinctions of The Biggest Loser eating plan is th... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3845303 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 05:13:05 +0100 3845303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3703117&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F06%2F27%2Fwere-in-the-nutrition-blog-network-are-you%2F By: Carlene Helble- Elite Nutrition Intern The Internet is one of our favorite things…right up there beside enjoying really good food. With information about everything, you can easily research all aspects of life, but sometimes, it’s easy to become misinformed due to unreliable and incorrect sources. The Nutrition Blog Network provides connections to credible sources, blogs written by registered dietitians, the most trusted source of nutrition information. Thanks to Weber Shandwick, this network is available to everyone to learn how to prepare healthy food, safely lose weight, or even cut through the confusion of food marketing. If you’re looking for something in particular, browse the blog directory and of course, feel free to get side tracked by checking them all out! Nutrition ... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3703117 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 09:56:38 +0100 3703117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3599769&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F05%2F26%2Fdr-oz%25e2%2580%2599s-ultimate-longevity-grocery-list%2F Carlene Helble- Elite Nutrition Intern Today on The Dr. Oz Show, the health expert will be revealing his ‘ultimate longevity grocery list’. Foods that make the list are major disease fighters and can help improve quality of life, something we can all use on our next run to the grocery or farmers market! Registered Dietitian, Ellie Krieger of the Food Network, will also be appearing on the show to help explain the benefits of these super foods. Here are the delicious and nutritious, foods that make the list: Dr. Oz suggests four servings of vegetables a day, which should include disease fighters jicama, a great addition to a salad, kale, and sweet potatoes. Six servings of grain are suggested, but not your average white bread; Longevity grains include teff, millet, and amaranth. Apples,... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3599769 Wed, 26 May 2010 06:00:16 +0100 3599769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3592212&cid=t_125064_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fan-eaters-guide-to-food%2F2010.05.23 Michael Pollan has become one of our most important writers about human nutrition. His book, The Omnivore’s Dilemma (2006), spelled out why the almost eight billion humans on this planet had better balance what we eat – for our own health and the health of the planet. He published a small book in 2009 (Penguin Books) called Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual. His rules are around seven words in three brief statements: “Eat Food, Not Too Much, Mostly Plants.” How simple and wise is that? These three statements make up the three parts of this small book, with lots of practical “rules.” (more…) *This blog post was originally published at eDocAmerica* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3592212 Sun, 23 May 2010 14:00:00 +0100 3592212 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3538048&cid=t_125064_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2010%2F05%2F06%2Fcounting-carbohydrates-an-easy-way-to-manage-diabetes%2F Filed under: DietCounting carbohydrates can help diabetics manage their type 2 diabetes and control their blood sugar. Preventing high blood sugar is key because it gives diabetics the flexibility to eat what choose their foods, and it increases their sense of control when managing diabetes. After a few attempts, most diabetics gain confidence as they measure the sugars and starches that they put into their bodies. To learn how to count carbs, find a registered dietitian or certified diabetes educator. Both have experience teaching diabetics about how to manage their diet. Check out more information on AOL Health. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments (Source: The Diabetes Blog) The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3538048 Wed, 05 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3538048 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3471739&cid=t_125064_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2010%2F04%2F15%2Fkey-members-of-diabetes-care-the-dietitian%2F Filed under: CareAs a recently diagnosed diabetic, your life will change dramatically. Instead of stopping in to see a doctor only when you have a cold or flu, you'll have to see your primary care physician regularly. You're also going to have to see eye doctors, dentists, podiatrists and endocrinologists. Once you've had an initial consultation with your registered dietitian and have a treatment plan in place, though, repeat visits with him or her can seem tedious. They shouldn't be. Dietitians can help you figure out your food needs throughout your life and will help you adjust your eating habits depending on lifestyle changes, medications you may take or other health goals. Dietitians work in hospitals, schools, fitness centers and private practices. Look for dietitians who speci... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3471739 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3471739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3318690&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F01%2Ffacebook-fan-pages-by-registered-dietitians%2F Got Facebook? Sure you do. Here are some fan pages by Registered Dietitians (RDs) – THE food and nutrition experts! Not on my list? Add yours in the comments section. Happy National Nutrition Month – 2010 Theme: Nutrition From the Ground Up Lea Crosetti Food Coach For You http://www.facebook.com/pages/Food-Coach-For-You/263465067610?ref=ts Wellness and Sports Nutrition Bonnie R. Giller Passover the Healthy Way http://www.facebook.com/pages/Passover-the-Healthy-Way-Cookbook/323672229162?ref=ts New Cookbook Gives Passover Recipes a Healthy Twist Shelia Kelly Skelly-Publishing http://www.facebook.com/pages/Skelly-Publishing/357638473759?ref=ts Continuing education for RDs and CDEs Jessica Levinson Nutritioulicious http://www.facebook.com/pages/Nutritioulicious/108702157706?ref=ts ... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3318690 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:10:06 +0100 3318690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3314814&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F02%2F27%2Fd-c-2nd-largest-cause-of-preventable-death-poor-eating-and-physical-inactivity%2F This report illustrates clearly how much we have to do to help people live healthier lives, because the choices we make can have serious impact on our health.” Top Preventable Causes of Death in the District of Columbia in 2007 and Percent of Overall Deaths 1.       Tobacco – 16.6% 2.       Poor diet and physical inactivity – 15.1% 3.       Microbial (infectious) agents – 4.6% 4.       Alcohol consumption – 2.9% 5.       Firearms – 2.7% 6.       Medical errors – 2.7% 7.       Toxic agents – 2.1% 8.       Sexual behavior – 0.8% 9.       Illicit drugs – 0.8% 10.   Motor vehicles – 0.6% 11.   Uninsurance – 0.6% By directly linking residents’ common behaviors such as tobacco use, poor diet and inactivity, to the high rates of prema... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3314814 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 15:45:35 +0100 3314814 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2719653&cid=t_125064_86_f&fid=38272&url=http%3A%2F%2Flaikaspoetnik.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F08%2F21%2Ffriday-foolery-1-on-homeopathy-nutritionists-and-toothiologists%2F Widely referred to on twitter, shown on the blog of drShock, and already cited in 2008… But for those who do not know the Irish standup comedian Dara Ó Briain or his “Homeopathy & Nutritionists vs Real Science!” here is the video: Some great oneliners: (Hé but) “Science knows it doesn’t know anything, otherwise it would stop [...] (Source: Laika's MedLibLog) Laika's MedLibLog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2719653 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 06:43:38 +0100 2719653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2702551&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F08%2F14%2Fthe-price-of-misinformation-in-the-media%2F Misinformation in the media can be dangerous. It breeds confusion, frustration, and even fear. Just last week I posted some tips for spotting nutrition misinformation on the internet.  Little did I know there would be two national media outlets in print and television (Time and Good Morning America) that would produce misleading stories in nutrition and exercise with potentially damaging effects. It’s one thing when people hear new information and share it with others (there’s a reason they call it a “rumormill” and “myths”), but when the media are behind the misinformation it helps no one. People trust the media and they assume that the stories are well-researched. But that’s not always the case in this day and age of a small news hole and the fi... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2702551 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:50:09 +0100 2702551 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2630403&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F22%2Frebecca-scritchfield-joins-diets-in-review%2F I’m excited to announce that I am the nutrition blogger at Diets in Review. I post video and text blogs three times a week. Catch up with all my posts on my blogger archive page. Want to get to know me better – check out my author page. If you read my blogs, here’s a taste of what you’ll get: the latest diet news deconstructed tips for eating healthy no matter what your lifestyle review of the healthiest foods that will nourish you and help you prevent disease quick and easy dietitian-approved recipes, most with 5 ingredients or less Why did I choose to partner with DIR? Their mission! To provide constructive information and education by health professionals that the public can use to implement healthy changes, support weight loss efforts and inspire to live a hea... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2630403 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:59:44 +0100 2630403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2626300&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F22%2Fvideo-parody-of-nutrition-posers%2F I love this video from the Science Based Medicine website. It shows how people who call themselves nutritionists without real training really have no idea what they are doing. I will definitely use it in presentations to drive home the point that registered dietitians (RDs) are the nutrition experts. Do you have a story about a visit with a person claiming to be a nutrition expert that left you confused and questioning their credibility? I have had countless patients with similar “well the last nutritionist I talked to told me to… [fill in the blank]… and it was not realistic for me. (Source: Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog) Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2626300 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 01:20:40 +0100 2626300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2406280&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F05%2F14%2Fsocial-media-insights-for-dietitians%2F Hi, I’m Rebecca Scritchfield and I’m a dietitian. I’m also a reformed IT professional. Couple that with a master’s degree in communications from Johns Hopkins University and it starts to make sense why I’m writing this post on opportunities for dietitians in social medial.                                                                                  I recently presented at the Delaware Dietetic Association meeting on social media in Wilmington, Delaware. My task? Educate dietitians on the opportunities with social media and inspire them to take action – in one hour!   It was a crash course in simplification! Lucky for me, I recently read Nancy Duarte’s book Slideology, which offered great tip... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2406280 Thu, 14 May 2009 18:12:08 +0100 2406280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262115&cid=t_125064_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F11%2Fbig-tips-from-a-big-loser%2F Bernie Salazar is a MAJOR LOSER! Hs is probably one of the BIGGEST LOSERS I know… and that’s why anyone with ears should listen to what he has to say about achieving lasting health and wellness. You see, Bernie used to have sleep apnea, high blood pressure, and pre-diabetes. Then he shed 130# on the reality show The Biggest Loser (season 5) and now he runs marathons. While he may not win them (don’t worry Bernie, I don’t win either), he still fiercely competes with the only opponent that matters - himself. Bernie Salazar on Chicago Athlete's March Magazine I had the pleasure of spending a few days in D.C. doing some advocacy work with Bernie. We were on the Hill representing ourselves as guests of Mizuno asking Congress to increase funds for the Carol M. White p... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262115 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:17:39 +0100 2262115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2241105&cid=t_125064_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FzEizpvDsT-0%2Ffouth-weight-loss-visit-done.php I just finished my fourth month of medically supervised weight loss. I'm not -- losing weight that is.  I was very frustrated the month before when even though I had worked hard, I still gained a pound.  I've been looking at the future diet plans and looking at what I am doing now.  I decided that over the next few weeks I need to transition to a liquid diet. I... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2241105 Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:15:00 +0100 2241105 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=675474&cid=t_125064_87_f&fid=34882&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbreathspakids.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F06%2Fwe-do-not-have-adequate-provision-of.html There are so few clinical allergists in the UK and such a surge in need for them that it is hardly surprising that Jo Revill has a dramatic headline for her story: NHS Swamped by an Epidemic of Allergies. There are the equivalent of 26 fulltime posts in clinical allergy in the UK. I don't fully agree with her overview of the situation but you can understand the scale of the mismatched resources when Revill claims that:One in three people in Britain can expect to suffer from some form of allergy during their lifetime - including 2 million people in the UK thought to have some allergy to food - but there has been barely any increase in NHS services to cope with this. Experts will warn this week that demand for care is outstripping the NHS's ability to cope, and many patients go to private cl... Breath Spa for Kids blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=675474 Sun, 10 Jun 2007 08:29:00 +0100 675474